History

Charity

Angola

Marcelina Vahekeni

Age: 24

Hometown: Luanda

BIO

Marcelina Vahekeni grew up in a humble village in the South of Angola. She had a very happy childhood, despite the political tensions in her country at the time. Her biggest interest is cooking. Currently, Marcelina is a social worker, but dreams of one day opening her own cosmetic company.

contestant facts

1If Marcelina could meet any celebrity, it would be Michelle Obama.

2The person who has most influenced Marcelina’s life is her mother.

3Marcelina’s most prized possession is a pair of shoes her father gave her from Russia.

I believe the most important aspects in life are to be humble, open to learning from others, and always keeping in mind that everything starts at home.